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The latest news on sustainability.

Thanksgiving trash schedule, water bill relief, & more

Check out the latest sustainability news: Holiday trash and recycling collection schedule. In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday,…

6 days ago

500 miles of trails, government reopens, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news Circuit Trails network reaches 500 miles of trails across the region. The Circuit Trails…

2 weeks ago

PA exits RGGI, 10-cent bag fees, Birds supporting Birds & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Pa. budget deal officially kills key greenhouse gas program. Pennsylvania lawmakers approved a…

3 weeks ago

Advocates want the district’s long-term facilities plan to prioritize climate preparedness.

The Philadelphia school system is undergoing a facilities planning process and will be announcing school closures. Advocates say schools can…

4 weeks ago

New SBN leadership, new round of city cleanups, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Sustainable Business Network welcomes new executive director. Zoraida Cordero is the new Executive…

4 weeks ago

Kinetic Derby, Illegal Dumping Task Force, LIHEAP delays, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Philadelphia Water Department appoints new commissioner. Benjamin C. Jewell, who previously served as…

1 month ago

Harnessing People Power: How Councilmember O’Rourke advocates for the environment and the working class

Councilmember Nicolas O’Rourke discusses affordability and access to green initiatives in our latest Civic Catalyst series. Get to know: Councilmember…

1 month ago

Drumroll for the 2025 SustainPHL Award Recipients

Let's sail-ebrate the latest changemakers who are moving the region towards a sustainable, equitable place. Last evening was the 8th…

1 month ago

Community farm preservation, curbing animal cruelty, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Community Farm gets closer to community ownership. The Philadelphia Land Bank has acquired…

1 month ago

Did you hear? There’s an election on November 4th, and your voice (or sitting at home) can impact the environment.

Philadelphia residents will not only vote on who will be the next district attorney, but also whether or not the…

1 month ago